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title: Cape Verde visa for citizens of India
description: "Citizens of India can get a visa on arrival in Cape Verde. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Cape Verde visa for citizens of India

Citizens of India can get a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on arrival
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility under Order No. 244/GMAI/2026** — Confirm India is listed for visa on arrival in the published Official Gazette order.
2. **Pre-register via EASE (optional but recommended)** — Complete online pre-registration at ease.gov.cv to speed up border processing.
3. **Prepare documents** — Gather passport, accommodation proof, onward ticket and funds evidence.
4. **Fly to Cape Verde** — Arrive at an international airport or seaport with entry border control.
5. **Pay fee and collect visa on arrival** — Submit documents and payment at immigration to receive the visa stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport valid at least 6 months** (Identity): Machine-readable passport with validity beyond intended stay.
- **Visa on arrival application form** (Supporting): Completed at the border or pre-filled via pre-registration.
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel): Confirmation of where you will stay in Cape Verde.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed onward travel from Cape Verde.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, bank statement or card showing funds to cover the stay.
- **Passport photo** (Identity): Recent passport-size photograph if requested at the counter.
- **Visa fee payment** (Supporting): Fee payable at the border, cash preferred.

## Proof of funds

- Cash
- Bank statement
- Credit/debit card

Travellers may be asked to show sufficient funds to cover their stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival availability for Indian nationals stems from Order No. 244/GMAI/2026; verify current status before travel.
- Fee amounts and exact permitted stay should be confirmed with Cape Verdean authorities or the airline before departure.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity under 6 months** — Renew your passport before travel.
- **No onward/return ticket or accommodation proof** — Carry printed confirmations of both.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of India need a visa for Cape Verde?

Citizens of India can get a visa on arrival in Cape Verde. Visa type: Visa on arrival.

### How long can citizens of India stay in Cape Verde?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of India need for Cape Verde?

Passport valid at least 6 months; Visa on arrival application form; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport photo; and 1 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Cape Verde?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- [Visas - Portal Consular](https://portalconsular.mnec.gov.cv/en/vistos)
- [Visa - Portal Único](https://www.gov.cv/en/pedir-visto)
- Cape Verde Entry Requirements for Indian Citizens — Visa on Arrival ... (entrybrief.com, third-party site)

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